The Best Hotels Closest to Children's Museum of Virginia in Portsmouth for 2026

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A historic building with a prominent entrance, a sign for 'four eleven' on York Street, and a staircase leading to the main door.

A covered outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by a brick wall and a garden area with blooming trees.

A corner room with patterned wallpaper, two upholstered chairs, a round table with a plant, and large windows with blinds.

A living room with a dark sofa, striped armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

1. The Inn at Four Eleven York

2 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Brian

AED 858

AED 998 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern interior with a central art installation, white walls, and a reflective floor.

A modern reception area with a wooden accent wall, a reception desk, and a seating area with a chair and a small table.

A modern restaurant with round tables, leather seating, and a view of the kitchen.

A modern interior with a large pink bunny sculpture, contemporary furniture, and stylish lighting fixtures.

2. Glass Light Hotel & Gallery, Autograph Collection

1.5 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Akia

AED 591

AED 691 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a geometric design.

A modern outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and a round table, surrounded by potted plants and a view of a building with a blue roof.

A long hallway with marble flooring, large windows, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

3. Norfolk Waterside Marriott

1.3 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Shakenya

AED 496

AED 585 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large indoor plant.

A Sheraton hotel with a modern design, located near a waterfront with a dock and a bridge in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the cityscape. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs, and a large abstract mural on the wall.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

4. Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

1.2 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Quishanna

AED 479

AED 562 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel with a curved exterior, outdoor seating area with fire pits, and a view of the city skyline.

A hotel lobby with a long corridor, red seating area, marble reception desk, and a ceiling with a skylight.

A hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent tower and a waterfront location.

A long, narrow hallway with dark wooden flooring, recessed lighting, and large framed artwork on the walls.

5. Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel

0.2 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Russell

AED 482

AED 565 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with a bar area, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A lobby with a blue sofa, matching armchairs, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a lamp, and a wardrobe.

6. Quality Inn & Suites Olde Town

0.8 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Craig

AED 345

AED 408 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central chandelier, multiple seating areas, and a marble floor.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a small table, a bed with white bedding, a mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a city view.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

7. Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

2.4 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Kathleen

AED 340

AED 402 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A vending machine and an ice dispenser in a hotel lobby.

A multi-story hotel with a red roof and beige exterior walls.

A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a coffee urn, and a sign indicating free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a red door, a wall-mounted sign, and a seating area with two red chairs.

8. Red Roof Inn Norfolk - Portsmouth

1 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Angel

AED 233

AED 279 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with a brick facade.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a bulletin board, and a door labeled "OFFICE".

An ice dispenser attached to a brick building.

9. Motel 6 Portsmouth, VA

1.1 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Shannon

AED 231

AED 277 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A drive-thru window with two chairs, an ATM, and a food vending machine.

A sign for Economy Lodge with daily and weekly rates for phone, fax, HBO, and movies.

A reception area with a sign reading "Economy Lodge," a ceiling fan, a large window with a view of parked cars, and a reflection of the room in a mirror.

10. Economy Lodge

3.1 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Lienny Darien

AED 176

AED 236 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in cabinets, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced area, surrounded by buildings with a green roof.

A hotel with a large yellow sign, modern buildings, and a grassy area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Portsmouth - Norfolk

0.8 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Michael

AED 215

AED 273 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, and a painting on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, a blue building with 'Your Space' signage, and a white building with orange accents.

An outdoor patio with seating, a grill, and a view of trees and a building.

12. YourSpace Hotels Chesapeake

12.9 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Tyrone

AED 344

AED 403 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, seating area, and a vending machine.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.

13. Comfort Suites Chesapeake - Norfolk

8.1 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Latresa

AED 302

AED 355 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern bar area with a refrigerated drink display, a long counter with stools, and a menu board above.

A swimming pool with a sunlit room containing a table and chairs, and a gym area with treadmills.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a carpeted floor.

A modern living room with a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Suffolk Chesapeake

13.5 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Ramzia

AED 323

AED 372 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with seating, a fire pit, and string lights.

A spacious hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows offering views.

A swimming pool with a view of a building outside, a covered seating area, and a door leading to another room.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a kitchen, and a large window.

15. Staybridge Suites Norfolk Airport by IHG

10.4 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

David

AED 511

AED 598 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television.

A hotel bathroom with a vanity, mirror, and shelves with towels.

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by windows and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A reception desk with a framed picture of a beach scene and the word "explore."

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Norfolk-Airport

9.2 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Dan

AED 387

AED 456 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel exterior with outdoor seating, a covered patio, and a car parked nearby.

A self-checkout area with a 24/7 market, refrigerated beverage dispensers, and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

A modern dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a counter with a plant, and a view of the street through large windows.

A modern gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and dumbbells.

17. Hyatt Studios Chesapeake

9 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Mallory

AED 309

AED 363 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital screen, and a green wall with a geometric design and the text "It only takes a spark". There are two chairs and a small table in the foreground.

A vending machine area with snacks, drinks, and a coffee machine.

A hotel with a prominent 'spark by Hilton' sign, modern architecture, and well-maintained landscaping.

18. Spark by Hilton Norfolk

13.3 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Kathy

AED 275

AED 327 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and hanging lights.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of trees.

A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food options, including yogurt, pancakes, and eggs. There are signs indicating the availability of these items, and a coffee machine is visible on the counter.

A hotel exterior with a 'tru by Hilton' sign, a parking area, and a fire lane.

19. TRU by Hilton Chesapeake, VA

8.5 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

Douglas

AED 340

AED 406 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A breakfast area with a sign reading "TOP IT BREAKFAST" and various food items displayed on the counter.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, red chairs, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

A modern lounge area with blue seating, purple armchairs, and orange patterned cushions. There are round tables and unique hanging light fixtures.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view of trees.

20. Tru By Hilton Norfolk Airport

10.3 km from Children's Museum of Virginia

India Tierra

AED 375

AED 442 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Children's Museum of Virginia

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Inn at Four Eleven York	10.0 Exceptional 114 reviews	View
Glass Light Hotel & Gallery, Autograph Collection	9.2 Wonderful 861 reviews	View
Norfolk Waterside Marriott	8.8 Excellent 1,045 reviews	View
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel	8.4 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel	8.2 Very good 1,009 reviews	View

Top Children's Museum of Virginia Hotel Reviews

Glass Light Hotel & Gallery, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"The only place to stay for a curated overnight experience with delicious food."

Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

8/10 Good

"The staff was friendly! The beds were comfortable! The elevator was very scary to say the least! The doors to the rooms made a lot of noise when others came to or left their rooms! Other than that, I enjoyed my stay!"

Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room is very clean couldn't ask for a better location to stay very close to the cruise terminal"

Red Roof Inn Norfolk - Portsmouth

8/10 Good

"Air worked"

Spacious 5-bedroom house with AC in beautiful Portsmouth

8/10 Good

"This was a great place, and the host was also great to work with! :-) Our only complaint was the showers. They were pretty small, and there were issues with the hot water, (slow to arrive and quick to run out,) but that didn't keep us from having a terrific stay!"

Private 1 Bed Apt - Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth

8/10 Good

"Place was clean. No problem finding parking nearby, Easy to get into with door code given. Not a lot of restaurants around, but there was a good pizza restaurant/bar nearby. It's a good place to stay if you want to pay less than the hotels in and around downtown Norfolk. Easy to get to Norfolk by car or ferry."

Historic Olde Towne 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 1100sq ft Vacation Rental

8/10 Good

"Too many stairs going up stairs. And the front porch was dark."

Modern Portsmouth Apartment: Walk to Norfolk Ferry

8/10 Good

"The place was in a lovely location, close to Old Towne Portsmouth, the river walk, the ferry landing to Norfolk. Easy to walk everywhere. The apartment is old but well maintained. It was quiet and the air conditioning was fantastic."

Cozy Portsmouth Getaway Near Olde Towne

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing find in Olde Town. Large enough for multiple guests, very clean and smelled great. Very happy with our stay!"

Other attractions near Children's Museum of Virginia

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum

7.4/10 (52 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum during your trip to Portsmouth. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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A theater with neon signs and a brick facade.

Commodore Theatre

7.0/10 (32 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Commodore Theatre during your trip to Portsmouth. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.

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A sunset over a calm river with boats docked at the pier.

Tidewater Yacht Marina

7.0/10 (44 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Portsmouth with a trip to Tidewater Yacht Marina. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum

6.2/10 (25 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum in Portsmouth. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.

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Medal of Honor Monument

7.8/10 (6 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Medal of Honor Monument in Portsmouth. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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United States Lightship Portsmouth

6.4/10 (30 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at United States Lightship Portsmouth during your travels in Portsmouth. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

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Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center during your stay in Portsmouth. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Hill House Museum

6.0/10 (21 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Hill House Museum in Portsmouth. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Children's Museum of Virginia?

Children's Museum of Virginia is located in an area of Portsmouth known for its beautiful beaches, sporting events, and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 41 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Children's Museum of Virginia?

Adjacent to Children's Museum of Virginia, Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Norfolk Waterside Marriott and Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Children's Museum of Virginia?

Expedia has 41 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Children's Museum of Virginia.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Children's Museum of Virginia, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Children's Museum of Virginia.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Children's Museum of Virginia?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Children's Museum of Virginia, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Children's Museum of Virginia?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum, USS Wisconsin BB-64, or Chrysler Museum of Art. Sights like Harrison Opera House, United States Lightship Portsmouth, and Commodore Theatre are landmarks to visit in the area. You can catch a show at The NorVa, Chrysler Hall, and Norva Theater.

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Our top choices for Children's Museum of Virginia hotels

1. The Inn at Four Eleven York

2. Glass Light Hotel & Gallery, Autograph Collection

3. Norfolk Waterside Marriott

4. Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

5. Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel

6. Quality Inn & Suites Olde Town

7. Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

8. Red Roof Inn Norfolk - Portsmouth

9. Motel 6 Portsmouth, VA

10. Economy Lodge

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Portsmouth - Norfolk

12. YourSpace Hotels Chesapeake

13. Comfort Suites Chesapeake - Norfolk

14. Courtyard by Marriott Suffolk Chesapeake

15. Staybridge Suites Norfolk Airport by IHG

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Norfolk-Airport

17. Hyatt Studios Chesapeake

18. Spark by Hilton Norfolk

19. TRU by Hilton Chesapeake, VA

20. Tru By Hilton Norfolk Airport

Compare popular hotels close to Children's Museum of Virginia

Top Children's Museum of Virginia Hotel Reviews

Glass Light Hotel & Gallery, Autograph Collection

Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

Red Roof Inn Norfolk - Portsmouth

Spacious 5-bedroom house with AC in beautiful Portsmouth

Private 1 Bed Apt - Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth

Historic Olde Towne 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 1100sq ft Vacation Rental

Modern Portsmouth Apartment: Walk to Norfolk Ferry

Cozy Portsmouth Getaway Near Olde Towne

Other attractions near Children's Museum of Virginia

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum

Commodore Theatre

Tidewater Yacht Marina

Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum

Medal of Honor Monument

United States Lightship Portsmouth

Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center

Hill House Museum

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